Scag Power Equipment CHEETAH II, Operator'S Manual

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Section 7
CAUTION
Inspect the cutter blade spacer(s) and washer
for wear and/or cupping. Replace the worn parts.
Worn spacer(s) and/or washer will not allow
proper tightening of the cutter blade and can lead
to cutter blade failure, personal injury or property
damage.
4. To install the new cutter blade, put the flat washer
onto the blade bolt and slide the bolt into the hole in
the cutter blade.
WASHER
HEX HEAD BOLT
CUTTER
BLADE
SPINDLE
ASSEMBLY
CUTTER BLADE
SPACER
HEX HEAD
BOLT / NUT
CUTTER
DECK
SPINDLE
SHAFT
HEX NUT-TORQUE
TO 75 LB-FT
Figure 7-10. Blade Replacement
- NOTE -
Be sure that the blade is installed with the lift wing
toward the top.
5. Install the spacer onto the blade bolt and insert the
bolt into the cutter spindle shaft.
6. Install the hex nut to the blade bolt at the top of the
cutter spindle. Secure the blades from rotating and
torque to 75 lb-ft. See Figure 7-10.
7.10 TIRES
Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation
or daily.
Caster Wheels Flat Free
Drive Wheels 12 PSI
7.11 BODY, DECK, AND UPHOLSTERY
CAUTION
Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it
is hot. Do not wash the engine; use compressed
air.
1. After each use, wash the mower and cutter deck.
Use cold water and automotive cleaners. Do not use
pressure cleaners.
2. Do not spray electrical components.
3. Use a mild soap solution or a vinyl/rubber cleaner to
clean the seat.
4. Repair damaged metal surfaces using Scag touch-
up paint available from your authorized Scag dealer.
Wax the mower for maximum paint protection.